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Date: 29 March 2024 - 31 March 2024 Every day

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Bringing the spectacle to audiences for all to see will be accomplished through cutting edge delivery technology, seven HD Cameras, with 2 on chase boats, plus drones, and of course augmented with a professional commentary team calling all the action.   

Once the Race is underway, we will have a 360 degree camera on board one of the leading boats so you can jump on board for the entire journey. Once in Gladstone, we will be providing live coverage of the finish, interviews with the crews when they reach dock and to wrap it all up, coverage of the trophy presentations.   

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75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race

A fleet of 47 offshore racing yachts will line up to make sailing history when they contest Australia’s second oldest blue water yacht race – the Gladstone Ports Corporation 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race (B2G) which sets sail on Good Friday (7th April 2023).

Entries closed on Monday, 20th March with the milestone running of Queensland’s blue water classic attracting some of Australia’s best known ocean racing yachts along with a recently imported European yacht, the first ever electric yacht entry, one yacht competing in their 30th B2G.

Sailors and yachts which competed in past milestones such as the 50th, 60th and 70th anniversaries of the race are returning to the start line this year for the 75th edition.

The Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race (or B2G as it is affectionately known) is proudly presented and organised annually by Queensland Cruising Yacht Club (QCYC). The 2023 fleet will see 397 sailors race 308 nautical miles to Gladstone, with crews ranging in size from four two handed entrants through to the largest with 30 crew on board.

Yachts entered in the 75th B2G will head to the Brisbane start line in Moreton Bay from as far afield as the Netherlands, Sydney, Townsville, Whitsundays, Gladstone, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast.

QCYC Commodore, Ian Gidlow says the 75th edition of the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race is likely to see some tightly fought tactical battles in this demanding coastal passage race.

“The 2023 fleet has attracted a broad mix of yacht entries and it is anyone’s guess who will take the ultimate prize of winning overall and putting their name on The Courier-Mail Cup,” Mr Gidlow said.

“Skippers and crews will be hoping for Easter trade wind conditions and a spinnaker start as we saw in 2022. However, as always, the B2G will test even the best sailors and the uncertain nature of yacht racing will play out where carefully crafted tactics and sailing can be brought undone in a split second by yacht or rigging failure or sail damage,” he said.

“Also up for grabs, the overall winner of the PHRF (Performance Handicap Racing Fleet) Division will take home the Peter Holm Cup and a cash prize of $10,000 – believed to be the biggest cash prize for PHRF in Australian sailing.

“We are incredibly proud of the unique history of the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race and for the 75th edition, we can guarantee Brisbane’s Moreton Bay will be ablaze with sails, adrenalin and action on Good Friday when the 47 strong fleet powers over the start line at 11am.”

2022 Rolex Sydney to Hobart winner, Celestial – owned and skippered by Dr Sam Haynes – is the early race favourite. Celestial set a race record in the 2022 B2G for a conventionally ballasted yacht completing the 308 nautical mile race in 19 hours, 24 minutes and 52 seconds.

Maritimo  11, owned by boat building icon Bill Barry-Cotter, will be skippered by legendary Australian sailor, Michael Spies, who skippered the boat to line honours in the 2021 B2G.

Well known and loved Australian yacht Azzurro, now owned and skipped by Queenslander Jack Kliner, will also be a handicap contender in the race.

There are seven female skippers amongst the race fleet including Stephanie Kerin (Active Again), Kerry Noyes (Aramex), Saskia Groen-In’t-Woud (Celeste), Niamh Larkin (Jenesis), Annika Thomson (Ocean Crusaders J-Bird III), Taylor Rose (Puppet) and Sharon Boyle (The Muse).

Saskia Groen-In’t-Woud, who will be sailing her 8th B2G, has brought her yacht, Celeste all the way from The Netherlands especially for the 75th B2G. Celeste, who is nearly 50 years old and the same age as Saskia, is a Nautor Swan – considered in Europe to be the ‘Rolls Royce’ of sailing yachts and is the only Nautor Swan of her size in Australia.

Ocean Crusaders J-Bird III is one of two TP52s in the race and the first ever yacht to compete in the B2G with an electric auxiliary engine powered entirely off renewable energy. Ocean Crusaders J-Bird III also took out line honours in the double handed division of the 2022 Sydney to Hobart with skipper, Annika Thomson also achieving the accolade for being the first female skipper home.

The 75th B2G is featuring several youth sailors including some who have been granted dispensation from the usual minimum age requirement of 16 years due to their demonstrated talent and experience.

At 14 years of age, Addison Newlan will be the youngest sailor in the fleet, sailing aboard Maritimo 11 as part of her continuing involvement with Maritimo Racing to further her sailing career, with the 2032 Olympics one of her goals.

Other youth sailors include Maddie Wendt – 15 years old (Momentum), Saxon Dyke Groen-In’t-Woud – 16 years (Celeste), Bill McCart – 16 years and Jack Scharf – 15 years (both sailing on Night Nurse).

Bruce Farr designed boats have dominated the entries with eight of the popular ocean racing yachts entered including Crankster, Amaya II, Aramex, Blizzard, Son of a Son, Night Nurse, Puppet and Italian Job.

The smallest yachts in the fleet are the Farr 30s, Italian Job – a two handed entrant owned by Michael (Tom) Johnston, and sister ship Puppet, another two-handed entrant skippered by Taylor Rose. Taylor’s father David will also be skippering his Welbourne designed yacht Wedgetail to Gladstone.

The 75th B2G will mark the 30th time Restless has contested the race under three separate owners since 1992. Restless is currently owned and skippered by John Ibell from Gladstone, who is celebrating a decade of ownership of the Cape 35 yacht which won The Courier Mail Cup in 1996.

Fidelis – a 1964 model Classic Knud Reimers yacht and one of the largest entrants in the fleet, was last seen on the B2G start line in 1998 for the 50th anniversary race with the same owner/skipper, Nigel Stoke.

As a special on-water tribute and send off to the 75th B2G race fleet, a flotilla of Classic Moreton Bay Cruisers is headed to the start line via an official 9am sail past foreshore spectators on the Shorncliffe Pier and Bluewater Festival. The Classic flotilla of timber beauties will be led by the 75th B2G official start boats, Mohokoi and Norlyn.

Steeped in tradition and stature and proudly presented and organised annually by Queensland Cruising Yacht Club (QCYC) since 1949, the iconic 308 nautical mile B2G is one of the oldest and most fiercely fought blue water yacht races on the Australian sailing calendar and one of the highest profile Easter sporting events.

The B2G was first held over Easter 1949 where seven vessels took the start line, two of which carried radios while Brisbane’s Homing Pigeon Club supplied pigeons for the other competing vessels to relay their positions.

Where to watch the 75th B2G race start (11am) on Good Friday

• On water:  Boat owners and commercial charter operators are encouraged to join the colour, excitement and spectacle of the race start on the water. The start line is positioned offshore to the east of Shorncliffe Pier in Brisbane’s Moreton Bay. Spectator craft are reminded there is a strict exclusion zone which on the water will be marked by yellow exclusion buoys and exclusion zone mark boats carrying official orange flags. A map of the race start exclusion zone is available on the B2G website.
• On land:  The foreshores between Shorncliffe and Redcliffe offer land vantage viewing spots for spectators. Key spots include Shorncliffe Pier/Bluewater Festival, Shorncliffe headland, Sandgate foreshores, Decker Park (Brighton), Ted Smout Bridge Fishing Platform (Houghton Highway Bridge), Woody Point Jetty, Scotts Point and Margate Beach. The race fleet turns around a buoy off Suttons Beach and Redcliffe Point.
• Live stream broadcast:  There will be a two-hour live stream broadcast of the Gladstone Ports Corporation 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race start, commencing at 10am on Good Friday, one hour before the start of the race. Proudly presented by Gladstone Regional Council, the live stream can be viewed live and free on Kayo Sports – Australia’s premier on-demand sports streaming platform or viewed on the B2G Facebook and website.

Further information about the Gladstone Ports Corporation 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race is available by visiting  www.brisbanetogladstone.com  or following the race on Facebook at  www.facebook.com/brisbanetogladstone  and Instagram at @brisbane2gladstoneyachtrace

The race is celebrated throughout the Easter weekend thanks the Gladstone Regional Council’s ‘Easter in Gladstone’  www.gladstone.qld.gov.au/easter

The Gladstone Ports Corporation 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race is supported by the Queensland Government through Tourism and Events Queensland and features on the It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar.

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THE 75TH EDITION BRISBANE TO GLADSTONE YACHT RACE

Highly competitive pocket rocket yacht azzurro is now under queensland ownership and  set to contest the gladstone ports corporation 75 th edition brisbane to gladstone yacht race (b2g) which sets sail  on good friday (7 th april 2023).  .

Azzurro’s new owner is Jack Kliner who swiftly made a deal to buy the boat from former owner and legendary Australian  sailor, Shane Kearns on Constitution Dock at the conclusion of the 2022 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.  

The much-loved Sparkman and Stephens 34 (S&S 34) yacht, often touted the darling of Australian offshore racing, and  according to the yacht’s website is “the little boat that could,” has had a rich racing pedigree closely followed and admired  by Jack.  

“Shane Kearns is a legend of sailing in Australia and a huge character within our sport but I have been following his  campaign and kept in touch with him over the last few years. I am an ongoing admirer of his inspirational story of  determination and dedication to prove how good this boat really is, so I have big shoes to fill,” Jack said.  

“I had everything crossed that Shane would win the 2022 Sydney to Hobart overall with Azzurro and I wasn’t expecting him  to sell the boat until he achieved that goal, but personal reasons forced an earlier sale so when I caught wind of it, I nabbed  him dockside in Hobart to strike a deal and the rest is history,” he said.  

“Shane’s restoration of Azzurro was immaculate with her rich blue hull, sparkling white deck and faultless stainless-steel  fittings and even a carbon fibre toilet, the boat is a sight to behold and a proven contender in offshore racing in Australia.  Better still, Azzurro was meticulously prepared for the recent Sydney to Hobart and comes with a very extensive sail  wardrobe so other than a lick of antifoul, we are bursting at the seams to set sail in the 75 th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht  Race.”  

Jack, who is a member of Queensland Cruising Yacht Club (QCYC), personally sailed Azzurro up to his home base in  Newport from Sydney using the delivery miles to acquaint himself and the crew with his new acquisition.  

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Classic yachts finish top of the table Brisbane to Gladstone

The classic pint-sized yachts have proven their might weathering this year’s brutal and long 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race which set sail on Good Friday (7 April) with the oldest yacht in the race fleet winning overall on corrected time and other classics also taking the top placings.

Joanne Brodie – a 1960 Alan Payne designed Tasman seabird, 11.3 metres in length – with skipper, Dan deBuriatte who represents Wynnum Manly Yacht Club, has won the iconic race in a corrected time of 2 days, 9 hours, 25 minutes and 18 seconds. Dan was presented with the coveted overall trophy, The Courier-Mail Cup at the Official Presentation Ceremony staged at Gladstone Yacht Club earlier today.

Joanne Brodie’s ‘sister’ yacht, Pagan II (skipper, Peter Kerr) – the exact same design and model as the overall winner has placed second overall while Australian offshore racing favourite, Azzurro has placed third overall with new Queensland owner/skipper, Jack Kliner.

Unusual weather conditions including fierce northerly wind conditions made it one of the toughest and longest seen in the 75 year history of the much loved Australian blue water classic with 46 yachts starting the race and 36 yachts completing the 308 nautical mile race with the last boat arriving in Gladstone late last night after almost 58 hours at sea.

Ten yachts were forced to retire on the first night of the race after sailing through two storm cells due to yacht damage, crew sea sickness or seamanship decision. Other yachts managed to overcome damage to stay in the race while one yacht reported to have been hit by lightning on the first night and losing all electronics and GPS but managed to continue on.

Celestial and owner/skipper, Dr Sam Haynes took out line honours crossing the finish line on sunrise on Easter Sunday in a time of 1 day, 19 hours, 30 minutes and 53 seconds more than double the time they spent on course last year, when they broke the race record for the fastest conventionally ballasted yacht in a time of 19 hours, 24 minutes and 52 seconds.

Queensland Cruising Yacht Club Commodore, Ian Gidlow says the milestone 75th edition of the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race will be one of the most memorable where the smaller classic yachts showed how tough and competitive they truly are in punishing conditions.

“This year’s 75th anniversary race saw the smaller classic boats prevail over the larger more modern yachts which is testament to how variable the sport of sailing can be in different weather conditions and that the classics were built to withstand the toughest of offshore racing conditions,” Mr Gidlow said.

“It has been an honour to be Commodore of Queensland Cruising Yacht Club for nine editions of this mighty race and I would like to personally congratulate and thank each and every sailor for making what is my last Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race in this role one of the most memorable,” he said.

Joanne Brodie’s owner/skipper and now overall winner of the 75th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race, Dan deBuriatte paid tribute to his long-time mentor, friend and owner/skipper of Pagan II, Peter Kerr after being handed The Courier-Mail Cup.

“Pagan II is virtually identical to Joanne Brodie and I have sailed with Peter Kerr for more than 15 years. He is my sailing mentor and close friend and helps me no end with everything to do with my Tasman Seabird,” Mr deBuriatte said.

“This was my eighth B2G and the second crack at this race on Joanne Brodie after withdrawing mid-race during our first attempt,” he said.

“After a rough first night, we experienced some great conditions for Joanne Brodie that took us to victory. I just didn’t realise I would need to beat Peter to win the race.”

In what is believed to be the largest cash prize in Australian sailing, Joanne Brodie also took out the PHRF – Performance Handicap Racing Fleet – category and will take home $10,000 in prize money and their place on the Peter Holm Cup.

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Murdered woman's parents speak out as domestic violence plagues small towns

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Glenn and Linda hold a vigil for their daughter every Domestic and Family Violence Prevention month. ( ABC News: Freya Jetson )

It was a regular evening for Glenn and Linda Watson, until police knocked on their door in 2008 to tell them their daughter had been murdered. 

WARNING: This story contains details readers may find distressing.

"When you see the detective standing there, you know, something's not right," Ms Watson said.

That detective told the parents their 23-year-old daughter, Joelean, had been stabbed and murdered by her ex-partner in the regional Queensland town of Calliope.

"When he said that our daughter had been taken from domestic violence, I just collapsed," she said.

They went on to raise Joelean's daughter, who was just two at the time of the attack.

Her ex-partner was convicted of murder in 2012 and sentenced to life in prison.

The Watsons hope sharing their story will increase awareness of domestic violence in regional areas, and bring more support for victims and services.

Glenn and Linda Watson's daughter was murdered by her ex-partner when she was 23 years old. ( ABC News: Freya Jetson )

A national problem

A few kilometres away in Gladstone, the Gladstone Women's Health Centre is dealing with increased demand.

Tara Perkins from the centre said it was a result of a national increase in family and domestic violence .

"We've certainly had to grow within our practice team and frontline to meet those increases," Ms Perkins.

"We have expanded our team and we've had to cross-train other staff members."

She said metro areas had more accessibility, such as after-hours services.

"I know some of the larger centres in the metro areas have a different model where they're able to offer after-hours services and things like that, so that's definitely more accessible for the community," she said.

Ms Perkins said there were added issues specifically in regional areas, where residents often could not travel far without seeing a familiar face.

She said it made trying to safely escape domestic and family violence complex.

"Social isolation is a factor. The more isolated that a woman and her children are definitely exacerbates domestic and family violence," she said.

Both Joelean's parents and Ms Perkins echoed the same sentiment, saying there needed to be more resources in regional areas.

"You just never forget that the knock at the door — it just never goes away," said Ms Watson.

Resources harder to access in small towns

Out west, the quiet streets of Longreach put up a peaceful front. 

There is rarely any crime in this western Queensland town of around 3,000 people. 

Longreach is a regional town with about 3,000 residents. ( ABC News: Hannah Walsh )

But Georgina Sutton from Catholic Care Central Queensland said that could make it harder for people to acknowledge issues happening behind closed doors.

"There's a lot of different layers here that probably aren't an issue in Brisbane," Ms Sutton said.

Georgina Sutton says some Longreach residents are forced to travel to access emergency accommodation. ( ABC News: Hannah Walsh )

As the domestic and family violence services manager, she said staff had assisted 19 women in Longreach this year and successfully moved seven out of town.

The closest women's refuge is some 700km away in Rockhampton.

"Please don't think it doesn't happen in Longreach because it does," she said.

If someone does wants to stay in town, Ms Sutton said the service would work with them to provide emergency accommodation like a motel. 

"Another added complexity in the bush is that a lot of places of employment, your job comes with your house," Ms Sutton said.

"We have people living on properties … it's their home, it's where their children live, it's their employment.

"Where is the safest place for this person to escape to, or if they're going to stay how do we empower them?"

Deciding to tell their story

Mr and Ms Watson acknowledged all the support they had received from local services in their community, and hoped telling Joelean's story could encourage others to reach out for support.

"If we can save one life, it's worth it," Mr Watson said.

"I don't know if there's an answer to it, but all we can do is try and educate and get out there as much as we can," Ms Watson said.

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FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. (August 26, 2024) – Travelers around the world are taking advantage of flexible work arrangements and making the most of their time by combining vacation and work—in fact, 74% of Americans who work from home said they would consider taking a “workcation,” according to a recent Harris Poll data. With the recently announced MedallionNet Max, now is the time to book a longer voyage with Princess Cruises with the ability to stay persistently connected while exploring the world.

Available in Princess Plus and Princess Premier packages, MedallionNet Max offers enhanced onboard Wi-Fi to meet the growing demands of today’s digitally connected travelers. While featured on all Princess voyages, it provides even greater flexibility on longer journeys, allowing guests to explore remote corners of the globe without fear of missing out, along with iconic ports, and historic landmarks on curated voyages from Princess, including World Cruises , Journeys Far & Away , Immersive Itineraries , and Ocean Crossings .

“Today’s travelers are increasingly drawn to longer, more immersive experiences, often in remote or bucket-list destinations, without wanting to disconnect from their digital lives,” said Terry Thornton, Chief Commercial Officer of Princess Cruises. “MedallionNet Max ensures that connectivity is never an issue, and when combined with the Princess Premier package, which offers unlimited beverages and specialty dining, it makes longer voyages not only feasible but incredibly rewarding.”

Created by the destination experts at Princess Cruises to point consumers to the unique itineraries within various destinations, Epic Voyages include four categories, offering flexibility and something for everyone:

World Cruises – 35,000 Nautical Miles into the World’s Wonders

For travelers who want to see the world in a whole new way – without the hassle of airport travel, constant unpacking and expensive meals – Princess is the perfect escort to cruise through the immensity of the planet, full of hidden treasures and adventure, making it accessible, tangible, less overwhelming and convenient. Plus, the camaraderie among guests with shared experiences in fascinating ports and a warm crew that gets to know their every need make this the ultimate epic voyage that every adventurer should embark on in their lifetime.

World Cruises sail through the Panama Canal, Hawaii & the South Pacific, Western and Eastern Mediterranean, Australia and Southeast Asia and even Africa.

Three ships – Crown Princess, Coral Princess and Island Princess – sail on World Cruises up to 116 days or divided into shorter segments. In total, 26 itineraries highlight the wonders of the world. World Cruises depart from Ft. Lauderdale, Los Angeles, Auckland, Brisbane or Sydney.

Journeys Far & Away – Multiple Epic Destinations

Journeys Far & Away are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts seeking an “off-the-grid” experience, wildlife lovers, adventurers and naturalists. Whether it’s experiencing the ultimate remote continent where 1,200 miles of dramatic landscapes appear in Antarctica, visiting Greenland - the world’s largest island full of scenic stunners, or discovering hidden gems like “Mystery Island” and Sopo’aga Falls in the South Pacific, guests enjoy multiple destinations on one voyage.

With itineraries ranging in length from 11 to 33 days, sailing on seven ships – Coral Princess, Discovery Princess, Emerald Princess, Grand Princess, Island Princess, Majestic Princess and Sapphire Princess – cruises sail to Southeast Asia, South America and Antarctica, South Pacific & Hawaii, Greenland and Canada.

Journeys Far & Away sail from Boston, Los Angeles, New York City and Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Immersive Itineraries – Destinations in One Region

For the culturally curious, or those travelers inspired by history, these carefully crafted Immersive Itineraries are a go-to for an immersive and authentic experiential voyage. From the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle to the ancient landmarks and ruins in Rome, Marseille and Athens, to mesmerizing temples and shrines in Japan or the crystalline waters of the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, these cruises feature multiple destinations in one region.

With itineraries from 17 to 31 days, cruises take guests to Alaska, Australia, Japan, the Mediterranean and Northern Europe. The cruise line’s newest Sphere-Class ships – Sun Princess and Star Princess – both offer immersive itineraries through the Mediterranean. With 11 ships total, Caribbean Princess, Crown Princess, Diamond Princess, Emerald Princess, Grand Princess, Island Princess, Majestic Princess, Ruby Princess and Sky Princess also sail to these transformative regions.

Immersive Itineraries sail roundtrip from Adelaide, Athens, Barcelona, Brisbane, Fremantle (Perth), Melbourne, Rome (Civitavecchia), Seattle, San Francisco, Southampton (London), Sydney and Tokyo (Yokohama).

Ocean Crossings – Sailing the Oceans Blue from One Continent to Another

Like a true seafarer, Ocean Crossings weave the continents of the world together, calling to some of the most revered sites and cities, diverse cultures, cuisines and exotic destinations. Onboard, Princess guests enjoy a host of modern luxuries, personal and attentive service, award-winning cuisine, worldclass entertainment, amenities and more.

With Trans-Atlantic and Trans-Pacific crossings, these voyages are the perfect prologue to a renowned Princess World Cruise and offer the perfect mix of sea days, a chance to see the awe-inspiring Northern Lights, and far-reaching destinations like Casablanca, Ponta Delgada (Azores) and Antigua.

With 26 itineraries, ranging in length from 13 to 24 days and nine ships – Caribbean Princess, Emerald Princess, Island Princess, Majestic Princess, Regal Princess, Royal Princess, Sky Princess, Star Princess and Sun Princess – guests cross hemispheres and travel through time east to west, and vice versa.

The new Star Princess, debuting in fall 2025, sails in October on a not-to-be-missed Iberian Passage crossing from Southampton to Ft. Lauderdale, offering ample time to explore and enjoy everything this exceptional vessel has to offer.

Ocean Crossings offer convenient domestic departures from Ft. Lauderdale, Honolulu, New York and Vancouver, BC. International departure ports include Barcelona, Southampton, Athens, Copenhagen and Rome.

Epic Voyages have been designed for the beautiful ships of Princess to be the stage for guests to look out and experience the great wonders of the world. Onboard, every voyage offers enrichment programming with destination-specific events, speakers, productions and various celebrations and indigenous entertainment.

More information about Epic Voyages , including special offers, can be found here .

All 16 ships in the Princess fleet offer well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities. 

No matter the cruise, Princess delivers a premium vacation with the line’s award-winning, signature Princess MedallionClass experience which offers unparalleled service and personalization. Guests booking can take advantage of inclusive packages like Princess Plus and Princess Premier which add popular amenities like WiFi, beverages, desserts, fitness classes, crew gratuities and more at an even greater savings of up 65% when the inclusive package amenities are purchased separately. 

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting www.princess.com.

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About Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world’s most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK).

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